Earlier this year, the Pope named St. John Vianney the patron saint of all priests. The saint’s simple way of life, his compassion for the poor, his long hours in the confessional, and his heartfelt celebration of the Mass endeared him to all.
Ignatius and Magnificat have joined forces to launch a new line of high quality Catholic children’s books just in time for Christmas giving. In this book, Jesus comes alive for young readers with vibrant illustrations, done in a youthful yet tasteful comic book style. Jesus’ life story is presented in an attractive and challenging manner.
The Church in the U.S. has been living in the shadow of the clerical sexual abuse crisis since 1985. There has been a rush by some, both inside and outside the Church, to place direct blame upon Pope Benedict, who has played a pivotal role in the Vatican’s response to the crisis.
A who’s who of notable figures contributes to this beautifully illustrated work that celebrates the first five years of Pope Benedict’s pontificate. The official Vatican photos, including candid shots, capture the Holy Father’s human and pastoral side.
The book’s full title is a mouthful: The End and the Beginning: Pope John Paul II — The Victory of Freedom, the Last Years, the Legacy. As the follow-up to Witness to Hope (1999), Weigel’s new book draws on the last six years of John Paul’s life.
Had he pursued a military career, Monsignor Michael Glenn, 47, might be a full Army colonel now. Instead he broke ranks to follow God’s bugle call, and today holds officer status in the Church. After filling a series of important posts in the Denver archdiocese, he became rector of Denver’s St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in 2001.
LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is the most common refractive surgery. A cutting laser reshapes the cornea, allowing light rays to focus more precisely on your retina. The goal of the surgery is to produce sharper and clearer vision, often reducing or eliminating the need for corrective eyeglasses or contact lenses in 80% of patients.
In my last column, I wrote about obstacles that may deter Legates from inviting prospective members to enjoy the spiritual and social benefits of Legatus membership. Here are some common questions about membership recruitment.
As an author and pro-life advocate with Priests for Life, DeStefano has always looked out for “the little guy.” His latest book follows that trend. Christ is about to be born, and all the stars compete to see who can shine the brightest.
Should we permit the government to redefine marriage? Some politicians and judges are moving in that direction, but Catholic leaders are asking the faithful to speak up for the truth about marriage.
Classical and theological discourse has always held a unique and deeply significant respect for the womb. Indeed, it’s the place where the human person first experiences communion with another, where the child is nourished and grows under the care of maternal union, where the developing person is most vulnerable and depends upon another in all things.
In today’s culture, successful business leaders are often the object of scorn. Some elected officials want to play Robin Hood and spread their wealth around. That said, it’s worth exploring whether it’s all right to make a profit.
Even when they were a typical young couple struggling to make their mortgage payments, Donald and Michele D'Amour were guided by their Catholic faith to give to others.
Our salvation isn’t fixed by once “accepting Christ as our personal Savior.” It’s made certain by continuing to obey him lovingly as our Lord. “Faith apart from works is dead” (Jas 2:26).
Homobonus, whose name translates from the Latin as “good man,” was born with the name Omobono Tucenghi in the northern Italian city of Cremona. He was the son of a wealthy tailor and merchant from whom he learned the family business.
Legatus members never fail to impress me. In a world that often seems to be controlled by people with a secular humanist worldview and a good dose of moral relativism, Legates stand out like a sore thumb. And that’s a good thing.
Had he pursued a military career, Monsignor Michael Glenn, 47, might be a full Army colonel now. Instead he broke ranks to follow God’s bugle call, and today holds officer status in the Church. After filling a series of important posts in the Denver archdiocese, he became rector of Denver’s St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in 2001.
Even when they were a typical young couple struggling to make their mortgage payments, Donald and Michele D'Amour were guided by their Catholic faith to give to others.